Just a few minutes ago, Chu Yang's system had prompted him that the cultivation he had gained had reached 7 billion.
This meant that almost all of humanity on Blue Star had successfully recognized the path of immortal cultivation.
The total population of Blue Star was less than 8 billion. Did this mean that the cultivation the system could harvest from him would not exceed the total population of Blue Star?
As for this golden path, its name should be "Immortal Path."
At the end of the "Immortal Path" stood a massive, heavy gate.
This gate was called the "Immortal Gate." Stepping onto the "Immortal Path" and opening the "Immortal Gate" meant transitioning from the Mahayana stage to the Immortal realm.
The act of becoming an immortal touched upon the laws of the entire world, naturally, the whole world could witness it.
The world had entered the era of immortal cultivation, and the masses should be accustomed to these flashy special effects that polluted the sky.
The next moment, Chu Yang's figure appeared on the golden "Immortal Path," his voice resounding across the globe.
"Don't panic, no need to be nervous. It's not an invasion by the evil race, it's just becoming an immortal. A small matter, a small matter."
Only then did people realize.
"To think I was worried about something major, it turns out it's just Immortal Brother becoming an immortal!"
"Damn your big mouth! Do you know what you're saying? Is becoming an immortal not a major event?"
"Let me see how the Immortal Path is walked, I want to learn the process!"
"..."
Then, they witnessed a scene that left them dumbfounded.
As Chu Yang walked, he explained to the people, "The path of cultivation is inherently against the will of heaven. Every step you take is a struggle against the Heavenly Dao."
"When you break through a major realm, you may encounter tribulations. Tribulations generally appear after the Void Returning stage, but those with exceptionally good talent, possessing monstrous physiques, might encounter tribulations even when breaking through from Foundation Establishment to Golden Core."
"So, geniuses also have their difficulties. Although they possess combat power many times greater than yours, they are prone to perishing during their cultivation. This is merely the Heavenly Dao inquiring if you are worthy of using such power to enter the next realm. Don't panic, as for tribulations, just endure them with your physical body..."
Countless bolts of lightning descended from above Chu Yang's head. These lightning bolts were as thick as buildings, dense and numerous, as if they were about to destroy the world.
But as they were about to strike Chu Yang, they inexplicably vanished.
Everyone: "???"
What happened to enduring the lightning tribulations with their physical bodies?
Chu Yang felt a bit awkward, cleared his throat, and said, "Everyone, don't try to imitate this. You won't be able to. In fact, I myself have a special physique and do not encounter lightning tribulations. Everyone should still take lightning tribulations seriously. Throughout history, countless prodigies have met an untimely end precisely because they could not withstand the tribulations!"
He couldn't help but sigh internally, this system was too good to him; it wouldn't even let him endure tribulations. It was truly difficult to show off.
As Chu Yang continued to ascend, the lightning on the Immortal Path grew increasingly dense, almost becoming a sea of lightning.
However, Chu Yang moved as if no one was there. This system, using unknown means, made the lightning tribulations unable to recognize his existence.
Of course, being the protagonist, being overpowered is somewhat normal.
While Chu Yang was frolicking amidst the lightning tribulations, Shen Yingxue stood by the window, gazing at the scene where myriad lightning bolts converged.
Her eyes emitted a seven-colored glow, and the dense lightning bolts were being replicated before her eyes.
"Hiss—"
As she tried to further simulate the lightning tribulations, a sharp pain shot through her eyes, forcing Shen Yingxue to stop.
"Such powerful lightning. I can't even simulate one ten-thousandth of its essence. Immortal Brother is truly amazing..."
Thus, Chu Yang continued to explain the terror of lightning tribulations while slowly walking towards the "Immortal Gate."
"Ahem... In short, everyone must remember that lightning tribulations are terrifying things. Especially those of you who are geniuses with superior or even higher talent, you must pay special attention. Before preparing to break through realms, make sure to prepare thoroughly. Defensive magical treasures, body-strengthening elixirs, defensive formations, and the like – the more the better."
The crowd was beyond words. Were lightning tribulations terrifying? They looked quite intimidating at first glance. In any case, the sky had darkened, and Chu Yang was submerged in a cascade of lightning.
However, his appearance of being untouched had a very limited educational effect.
Chu Yang arrived at the "Immortal Gate." This Immortal Gate, to the naked eye, was hundreds of meters high. Chu Yang himself appeared as small as an ant before it.
"This gate is called the 'Immortal Gate.' When you transition from the Mahayana stage to the Immortal realm, there are three steps. One is ascending the Immortal Path, which is the road I just walked. As you saw, the endless lightning tribulations are terrifying, and with the slightest carelessness, you can be reduced to ashes..."
The corners of people's mouths twitched slightly.
"If your clothes were even a bit charred, I would definitely believe you."
"Immortal Brother, is the Heavenly Dao your father... Ah, no, it looks like the Heavenly Dao is your son!"
"I understand, I understand! In the future, instead of praying to the heavens, I'll pray to Immortal Brother! Immortal Brother, bless my goddess to fall in love with me immediately!"
"If I get struck by lightning on the Immortal Path later, I'll report the Heavenly Dao for discrimination and double standards!"
"Wake up, you'll never reach that level!"
"..."
Although the educational significance was average, everyone was quite curious about the process of becoming an immortal.
Before, they didn't know Chu Yang's exact level, but now they basically understood. Immortal Brother was previously in the Mahayana stage and had only just entered the Immortal realm.
As for his age, no one thought Chu Yang was eighteen. He must be an old geezer with a young face!
"The second step is to open the 'Immortal Gate.' Enduring the lightning tribulations only proves you have the qualification to push open the Immortal Gate. This Immortal Gate is where you test your strength. You need to use your most powerful attack method that you've cultivated throughout this journey to knock it open!"
"This is also the Heavenly Dao's test for you, requiring you to prove to it whether your combat power is sufficient for it to hand over the 'Dao' to you."
Chu Yang raised his hand and knocked on the "Immortal Gate."
"Dong dong dong..."
Suddenly, the gate, as if it had seen its master, the old servant, opened by itself without any hesitation!
Chu Yang: "o_o...."
Everyone: "(￣口￣)!!"
"Good! Now let's see how you try to explain this. You really are the father of the Heavenly Dao! Not even an illegitimate child gets such good treatment!"
"Immortal Brother! You, you are my god!"
"Wuwuwu! You told me this was due to a special physique? Although my brain isn't great, I'm not an idiot!"
"In the future, when I have to endure lightning tribulations, can you please be merciful and ask the Heavenly Dao to spare me?"
"..."